MORTAR 1 Flashcards
What is Mortar?
Mortar is a paste made by mixing water with a binding material (cement or lime) and fine
What factors determine the durability, quality, and strength of mortar?
The durability, quality and strength of mortar will mainly depends on quantity and quality of the matrix.
What is the primary function of mortar?
Mortar firmly binds bricks or stones together.
: What are the alternate terms for the components of mortar?
The binding material is referred to as the Matrix, and the fine aggregates are referred to as the Adulterant.
What do sand particles consist of?
Sand particles consist of small grains of silica (SiO2)
What is Pit Sand?
Pit sand is found as deposits in soil and obtained by forming pits to a depth of about 1 m to 2 m from ground level.
What are the characteristics of Pit Sand?
Pit sand has sharp angular grains, which are free from salts. It is an excellent material for mortar and concrete work
High bonding strength
What should be used for making mortar?
pit sand
Where is River Sand obtained from?
River sand is obtained from the banks or beds of rivers.
What is the texture of River Sand?
River sand has fine, rounded grains.
What is the color of River Sand?
white
Why is River Sand widely used?
River sand is usually available in clean condition
Where is Sea Sand obtained from?
Sea sand is obtained from seashores.
What is the texture of Sea Sand?
Sea sand has fine, rounded grains.
What is the color of Sea Sand?
The color of sea sand is light brown.
